2003 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Audi | Luxgen |
| Model | A8 | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1768 mm |
